In the upcoming Wisconsin Supreme Court election, liberal candidate Susan Crawford continues to surpass conservative opponent Brad Schimel in fundraising, with Crawford raising $7.7 million compared to Schimel’s $5 million. The race is on track to break fundraising records, with political parties contributing large sums of money to both candidates. The winner will replace Justice Ann Walsh Bradley and potentially tip the court’s balance in favor of liberals. Two years ago, a similar race became the most expensive judicial election in U.S. history, with the total spending exceeding $60 million. This year’s race is expected to surpass those numbers, fueled by a hyper-partisan political climate. Despite the officially nonpartisan nature of the seats, parties openly support candidates to influence court decisions. Overall, the influx of money in Wisconsin’s judicial elections reflects a growing trend toward high-cost, highly contested campaigns.
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